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Running
Manual
The complete step-by-step guide
Running is probably one of the most popular ways to stay fit.
Although it may seem that we can all 'run', there is much
to learn, whether for beginners or seasoned runners. The Running
Manual covers everything from sprinting to marathons, detailing
gait analysis, how to train and what to wear. It includes
the detailed physiology on how the energy systems work and
how nutrition should be approached prior to and during training
and races. This Haynes Manual will appeal to all levels, whether
young or old, new or experienced, male or female.
How to run: the 'perfect gait', posture, pronation and supination,
orthotics and trainers.
Conditioning: covers types of training, muscles, specific
exercises, rest days and overtraining.
Current trends: from treadmills and triathlons to barefoot
and extreme conditions.
Types of running: sprinting, middle distance, long distance
and ultra endurance.
Energy systems: PCR, anaerobic gylcolysis, aerobic gylcolysis,
food vs body breakdown.
Kit - footwear, clothing, aids (compression trousers etc),
waterbottles, backpacks, MP3s and other gadgets.
Main Features:
- The complete step-by-step
guide
- Hardback
- 270 x 210mm
- 200 pages
- 358 colour illustrations
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